Rose Petal Lemonade

Time:

20 minutes; 10 minutes active

Servings:

6

Recipe Details

In this gorgeous lemonade, an infusion of petals tints the drink pink and gives it a subtle floral perfume.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water

  • 1/4 cup rose petals, dried

  • 1 1/4 cups honey

  • 1 1/2 cups lemon juice

  • ice cubes

Preparation

  1. In a 2-quart pot, bring the water to a boil. Take off the heat and add the rose petals, stirring to submerge the petals. Let steep for 10 minutes.

  2. Pour the honey into a pitcher or 2-quart jar. Place a wire mesh strainer on top. Strain the hot rose infusion into the honey. Stir until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice and chill until cold.

  3. Serve over ice.

Serving Suggestion

Garnish glasses with lemon wedges. If the occasion warrants a centerpiece, we suggest roses!

Nutritional Information

230 calories, 0 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 0 mg. sodium, 62 g. carbohydrate, 0 g. fiber, 0 g. protein